By Michelle Nesbit
Covering over 500,000 acres in the states of North Carolina and Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains is home to the most visited national park in the
United States. It contains the highest and most varying terrain in the eastern part of United States. To witness the full effect of its beauty, it is important to take note of its general seasons and weather conditions.
General Weather
The climate is varied. Temperate rainfall can reach up to 100 inches per year. Summertime can get anybody sunbaked, the winter is fickle, spring introduces warm sunny days and fall holds crisp, clear nights. Experiencing these elements is experiencing the fullness of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Spring (March to May)
Spring is famous for its interchangeable weather. It can go from warm and sunny one day to cool and rainy the next, with temperatures ranging from 35 to 80 degrees F.
Summer (June to August)
Summertime is a long stretch of sunny, hot and extremely humid days with temperatures ranging from 85 to 100 degrees F and feeling like it's even hotter. Average rainfall is 5.5 to 6 inches.
Fall (September to November)
Fall is a pattern of warm sunny days and clear nights. Occasional rains may occur with a dusting of snow at its higher elevation towards the end of the season.
Winter
Average temperature range from high 20s to mid-50 degrees. Higher elevation areas get an average of 69-inch-thick snow; lower elevations get 1 inch and more.
About the Author:
Michelle Nesbit started her writing career in 1999, when she wrote "The Title Searcher's Handbook." Nesbit has written for The Chattanoogan, Healthmad and several clients who secure her services as a ghostwriter. Nesbit's background includes licenses in Insurance, certification as a Rescue and Technical Scuba Diver, Underwater Photographer, and a clinical hypnotherapist. Nesbit is currently completing studies as a clinical nutritionist.
